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G17 VFR

2002 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,743 mi
Last recorded7,743 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR80022,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 7,743 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 7,743 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 7,728 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 7,713 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 7,588 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 7,570 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 7,533 miles

Nearside Front Head light has a beam corrector fitted to alter low beam aim

Offside Front Headlight has a beam corrector kit fitted to alter the low beam aim.

Pass 14 Sep 2019 7,509 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 7,473 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 7,381 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 7,323 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 7,228 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 7,166 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 6,954 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 6,947 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 6,937 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Brake master cylinder severely damaged (3.2.B1b) DANGEROUS

Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Fail 4 Jun 2011 6,356 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2011 6,356 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2010 6,051 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 4 Oct 2008 5,731 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 5,731 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 5,527 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 5,153 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 4,823 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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G17 VFR is a 2002 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 22,693 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G17 VFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G17 VFR?

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What year was G17 VFR registered?

G17 VFR is a 2002 Honda VFR800, first registered on 15 April 2002.

Is G17 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G17 VFR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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